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SUMMARY:2026 Emerging Franchisor Conference
DESCRIPTION:The IFA Emerging Franchisor Conference (EFC) is your backstage pass to the insights\, connections\, and strategies that help franchise brands amplify their presence and impact. Come to Nashville for a high-energy crowd of founders\, operators\, and growth-focused teams all working to build franchise systems that scale sustainably and resonate in new markets. \nThrough carefully considered stage-based sessions\, you will get to spend time with IFA members who volunteer their time away from their brands to help you build a better system. In addition to intimate sessions\, enjoy multiple general sessions with key industry speakers.
URL:https://franchisegrowthsolutions.com/event/2026-emerging-franchisor-conference/
LOCATION:Embassy Suites by Hilton Nashville\, Nashville\, TN\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Restaurant Finance Monitor’s Annual Restaurant Finance & Development Conference
DESCRIPTION:The restaurant industry’s premier financial event for restaurant company owners\, operators and financial executives. RFDC is all about the business side of the restaurant business and an opportunity to get “up to speed” with what’s happening in the restaurant business and capital markets. Attendees gain key insight by attending expert educational sessions covering a wide variety of financial\, economic\, accounting\, technology\, strategy and restaurant operations topics. In addition to an excellent educational forum\, attendees have the opportunity to meet with a wide variety of financial sources during the conference. Building relationships is what finance and RFDC is all about!
URL:https://franchisegrowthsolutions.com/event/the-restaurant-finance-monitors-annual-restaurant-finance-development-conference/
LOCATION:Wynn\, Las Vegas\, NV\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Franchise Leadership & Development Conference
DESCRIPTION:This exclusive event is designed for CEOs\, Presidents\, Franchise Sales & Development Executives. Since its introduction 26 years ago\, this conference has experienced tremendous growth\, reaching more and more franchise executives seeking inspiration and guidance on how to better grow their businesses. This conference has become a must-attend event for all who value staying on top of trends as well as those looking to generate new ones.
URL:https://franchisegrowthsolutions.com/event/2026-franchise-leadership-development-conference/
LOCATION:InterContinental Buckhead Hotel\, Atlanta\, GA\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 IFA World Franchise Show
DESCRIPTION:The IFA World Franchise Show offers a unique opportunity to connect with over 300 franchise brands from across the globe and take the first step on your franchise journey. \nSpanning a wide range of industries including food and drink\, children and education\, health and beauty\, and fitness and nutrition\, the show brings together the largest collection of franchise opportunities under one roof. \nWhether you’re exploring your first business venture or looking to expand your portfolio\, this is your chance to meet leading brands\, compare opportunities\, and find the franchise that’s right for you.
URL:https://franchisegrowthsolutions.com/event/2026-ifa-world-franchise-show/
LOCATION:Broward County Convention Center\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260923T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260925T170000
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SUMMARY:Springboard 2026
DESCRIPTION:Springboard is where franchisors come to propel their brands forward.\nWhether you’re exploring franchising for the first time\, building early momentum\, or refining a model you know has bigger potential—Springboard is designed to help you navigate with clarity and confidence. \nEveryone arrives from a different place. But they share a common goal: to grow smarter\, build stronger\, and surround themselves with the people who can help make it happen. \nFranchising is one of the most powerful ways to scale a business and to do it well requires the right insights\, the right relationships\, and the right timing. Springboard brings all three together in one place. \nHere\, you’re not just learning\, you’re gaining access to real operators\, proven partners\, and to ideas and strategies that are working right now. It’s an environment built to accelerate progress\, spark new thinking\, and open doors that are hard to find anywhere else. \nBuilt by operators. Backed by experience.\nSpringboard was co-founded by Lane Fisher\, Founder of Fisher Zucker\, and Brad Fishman\, CEO of Fishman PR—two highly respected leaders who have spent decades helping franchise brands grow. \nThrough their work\, they’ve built a powerful network of founders\, operators\, and best-in-class partners across the franchise ecosystem. Springboard is a natural extension of that network\, bringing together a curated group of people who are serious about building great brands. \nWhat began as an intimate gathering has grown into one of the most respected conferences in franchising\, now welcoming nearly 800 attendees. It’s been recognized as one of the top events in the industry\, including being named the #2 franchise conference by Entrepreneur magazine. \nThe growth reflects something simple: when the right people are in the room\, real progress happens. \nWhy attend Springboard?\nSpringboard is designed to create momentum.\nAttendees walk away with: \n\nClearer direction on how to build and scale their franchise model\nMeaningful connections with people who can directly impact their growth\nFresh perspective on what’s possible and how to get there faster\nAccess to trusted partners who understand franchising at every stage\nConfidence to make smarter\, more strategic decisions\n\nAnd just as important\, they leave energized and inspired to move their brand forward. \nAn experience that moves with you\nThis isn’t a traditional conference.\nIt’s high-energy\, collaborative\, and intentionally designed to bring people together. Conversations happen everywhere—on stage\, in small groups\, over meals\, and in the moments you don’t plan for but end up mattering most. \nYou’re not on the outside looking in. You’re part of it. \nAnd that’s where the real value shows up: in the relationships formed\, the ideas sparked\, and the opportunities that take shape in real time. \nFort Worth 2026\nThis year\, Springboard takes place September 23–25 in Fort Worth\, Texas—a city that mirrors the spirit of the event. Bold\, welcoming\, and full of character. \nIt’s the perfect backdrop for meaningful connection\, big thinking\, and the kind of conversations that move businesses forward. Boots\, hats—and an open mind—encouraged.
URL:https://franchisegrowthsolutions.com/event/event-test-copy-3/
LOCATION:Texas\, Forth Worth\, TX\, United States
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SUMMARY:NEW YORK FRANCHISOR FORUM 2026
DESCRIPTION:The New York Franchisor Forum is designed for franchise leaders who want substance\, not noise.\nThis event is ideal for franchisors who are: \n\nGrowing an emerging franchise brand\nPreparing to scale more responsibly\nLooking to strengthen franchise development processes\nFocused on improving compliance and system discipline\nSeeking better alignment between accounting\, operations\, and growth strategy\nInterested in practical conversations with experienced industry professionals\n\n\nWe look forward to welcoming a select group of franchise leaders for a day of serious conversation\, practical insight\, and meaningful connections.\n\nREGISTER NOW HERE!
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LOCATION:New York\, 1 penn plaza\, New York\, NY\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Growth & Marketing Conference
DESCRIPTION:2026 Growth & Marketing Conference is a premier industry event designed for business leaders\, franchisors\, marketers\, and growth-focused professionals looking to scale their brands and drive long-term success. The conference brings together experts in marketing\, franchise development\, sales\, technology\, and business strategy to share innovative insights\, proven growth tactics\, and the latest industry trends. Attendees can expect engaging keynote sessions\, panel discussions\, networking opportunities\, and actionable strategies focused on lead generation\, brand expansion\, customer acquisition\, and sustainable business growth.
URL:https://franchisegrowthsolutions.com/event/event-test-copy/
LOCATION:Atlanta\, Georga\, Atlanta\, Georgia\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 IFA World Franchise Show
DESCRIPTION:The IFA World Franchise Show offers a unique opportunity to connect with over 300 franchise brands from across the globe and take the first step on your franchise journey. \nSpanning a wide range of industries including food and drink\, children and education\, health and beauty\, and fitness and nutrition\, the show brings together the largest collection of franchise opportunities under one roof. \nWhether you’re exploring your first business venture or looking to expand your portfolio\, this is your chance to meet leading brands\, compare opportunities\, and find the franchise that’s right for you.
URL:https://franchisegrowthsolutions.com/event/event-test/
LOCATION:Broward County Convention Center\, Fort Lauderdale\, FL\, United States
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